Fire Rated Walls: Don't Get Burned by the Details

Описание: Fire rated walls save lives by buying precious time during emergencies. Learn how these tested assemblies actually work and why every detail matters for building safety.

Learn the essential knowledge every architect needs about fire rated walls, from Type X gypsum board science to UL assembly specifications.

This comprehensive guide covers when and where fire rated walls are required, how they actually work to save lives, and the common mistakes that can compromise their effectiveness.

Whether you’re studying for the ARE exam or working on real projects, understanding fire rated walls is crucial for Programming & Analysis, Project Planning & Design, and Project Development & Documentation divisions.

⏱️ Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction & Overview
2:23 - What Exactly Is a Fire Rated Wall?
3:53 - Why Fire Rated Walls Are Critical for Building Safety
5:42 - The Science Behind Fire Rated Walls (Type X Gypsum)
8:02 - Real-World Applications & Examples
10:09 - UL Assemblies and Specifications
11:55 - Common Mistakes
14:46 - Inspection and Quality Control
15:54 - National Gypsum Resources
17:41 - ARE Exam Applications
19:38 - Conclusion

🔗 Links & Resources:
Master Building Codes for ARE Success: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/b...
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ARE Bootcamp Interactive Coaching: https://youngarchitect.com/arebootcamp/
National Gypsum Resources: YoungArchitect.com/National

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